FIRST-TIME HOME BUYERS SEMINAR

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1 FIRST-TIME HOME BUYERS SEMINAR Everything you need to know to make buying your first home easy and affordable. Presented by: ERA Woody Hogg & Associates Logan S. Ryan, REALTOR

2 WHY BUY? Tax deductions Stable housing costs Appreciation on your investment Gain equity Freedom to decorate and make improvements You control your property Each of you have your own individual needs that are important to owning a home.

3 ARE YOU READY TO BUY? Steady Income Pay Bills on Time Low to Medium Debt Down Payment Available Ability to Pay Mortgage

4 THINGS NOT TO DO Do not make any large purchases, such as a car Do not make a sudden job change Do not move money around When preparing to buy a home you need to look reliable and responsible to mortgage companies!

5 HOW DO I BUY A HOME? 1 st How much home can you afford? 2 nd Type of Home 3 rd Start Shopping 4 th Write an Offer 5 th Home Inspection 6 th Closing Simple as 1, 2, 3 4, 5, 6!

6 STEP 1 HOW MUCH HOME CAN YOU AFFORD? Housing costs < 29% of gross income Housing costs and debt no more than 36% of gross Income

7 STEP 1: MEET WITH A MORTGAGE PROFESSIONAL TO Review credit Calculate income Establish price range Determine what loan program best fits your needs Issue pre-qualification letter The best time to start planning is NOW!!!

8 STEP 1: THE PRE-QUALIFICATION LETTER Lets the realtor know what you can afford before you begin to shop Shows sellers you are serious about buying and strengthens your negotiating power Can make an offer as soon as you find the home you want The pre-qualification letter is literally your ticket to making your dream of homeownership a reality!!!

9 STEP 1: DOCUMENTS NEEDED FOR PRE-APPROVAL Pay stubs (2-3 months) W-2 forms (2 years) Tax returns (2 year) List of long term debt Recent bank statements Proof of any additional income Your lender will specify exactly what they need from you. Just be prepared to show these docs.

10 STEP 2: WHAT TYPE OF HOME? Type of community New home or existing Fixer-upper or ready to move-in How many bedrooms and bathrooms Townhome/Condo or Single-Family Residence School district Your Realtor will help narrow your search to find the perfect home for you.

11 STEP 3: START SHOPPING Hire a Realtor Search within Price Range discussed with Lender Needs come first, Wants come second

12 STEP 3: YOUR REALTOR CAN HELP AND PROTECT YOU Guides you through the process, buying or building You get updated listings as soon as they hit the market Can provide you with lists of homes that meet your requirements Listing realtor is bound to protect and represent the seller The buyer s agent will protect and represent you!!!

13 STEP 4: DETERMINING THE AMOUNT OF THE OFFER What are comparable homes selling for What is the home s condition How long has the home been on the market What is the seller s situation Negotiation Process #1

14 STEP 4: YOUR REALTOR WILL ASSIST YOU Which includes: Legal description of property Amount of earnest money Down payment and financing details Proposed closing date Price you are offering Length of time offer is valid Seller concessions This is when having a professional on your side really pays off!!!

15 STEP 4: ABOUT THE EARNEST MONEY Usually between 1%-5% of the purchase price If offer is accepted, earnest money becomes part of your down payment or closing costs If offer is rejected, the money is returned to you If you back out of the deal, you forfeit the money

16 STEP 5: HOME INSPECTION Contract should be contingent upon it Professional inspector evaluates safety and condition of the home Includes structure, construction and mechanical systems Your Realtor will recommend a certified inspector, go through the report with you and negotiate items that need to be addressed. Negotiation Process #2

17 YOU HAVE A RATIFIED CONTRACT, NOW WHAT? Sit down with mortgage professional and complete your mortgage application Appraisal is ordered to determine value Title Insurance Homeowner s Insurance Underwriting Clear to close Closing date is scheduled with your title company

18 STEP 6: CLOSING DAY HUD-1 will list money you owe the seller and money the seller owes you Obtain cashier s check from the bank Sign closing documents Deed and Note are recorded Keys exchanged Welcome Home!!!

19 Recapping the Home Buying Process First-Time Home Buyer s Seminar Mortgage counseling; get pre-qualified Find a realtor and begin shopping for your new home Select a home and make an offer (Negotiation #1) Fill out loan application Get home inspection (Negotiation #2) Get your loan approved Close your loan, get your keys and move in to your new home! Logan S. Ryan, REALTOR

20 Have Questions? If you have questions or would like to see this presentation in person, please feel free to contact: Logan S Ryan, REALTOR Cell: (804) logan@logansryan.com